"Oblivion Remastered Ranks 3rd in U.S. Sales for 2025, Trailing Monster Hunter: Wilds and Assassin's Creed: Shadows"

The success of *The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered* continues to soar, with the game achieving remarkable milestones shortly after its release. Following its surprise launch on April 22, 2025, across multiple platforms including Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Game Pass, it quickly became a hit. Not only did it reach a peak concurrent player count of 216,784 on Steam, but it also secured its position as the third best-selling game in the U.S. within just one week, according to Circana's Mat Piscatella. Oblivion Remastered trails only behind *Monster Hunter: Wilds* and *Assassin's Creed: Shadows* on the 2025 sales chart, a testament to its widespread appeal and commercial success, even amidst availability on subscription services like Game Pass.

This impressive performance has sparked speculation about future Bethesda remasters, with many pointing towards *Fallout 3* or *Fallout: New Vegas* as potential candidates. Bruce Nesmith, a designer from *Fallout 3*, hinted at significant upgrades, particularly in the game's gun combat, which he described as "not good" in its original form. Nesmith believes that a remastered version would bring the shooting mechanics up to par with those seen in *Fallout 4*, showcasing Bethesda's commitment to enhancing gameplay experiences in their remasters.

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Developed by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, *Oblivion Remastered* boasts a range of enhancements that go beyond mere visual upgrades. Running at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, the remaster also includes improvements to the leveling system, character creation, combat animations, and in-game menus. New dialogue, a refined third-person view, and advanced lip sync technology further enrich the experience. These updates have led some fans to consider *Oblivion Remastered* more akin to a remake, though Bethesda maintains its status as a remaster. Nesmith has even dubbed it "Oblivion 2.0" due to its impressive visual and gameplay enhancements, which he believes surpass even the latest graphical updates seen in *Skyrim*.

As Bethesda continues to push forward with projects like *The Elder Scrolls VI* and potential expansions for *Starfield*, alongside ongoing developments for *Fallout 76* and the *Fallout* TV series, the future looks bright for fans of the studio's expansive worlds. With comprehensive guides available for *Oblivion Remastered*, including an interactive map, detailed walkthroughs, character building tips, and cheat codes, players have everything they need to dive deep into this enhanced classic.